Tag: pay TV

Parks Associates reports that 46% of U.S. internet households (56 million) are Cord Cutters, and 12% have never subscribed to traditional pay TV. The shift away from traditional television is driving the growth of ad-supported streaming, with 59% of subscriptions…

Lionsgate has extended its multiyear licensing deal with Starz, ensuring nearly 20 of its films will be available on the platform annually. The agreement gives Starz exclusive rights to Lionsgate's theatrical films across first, second, and now a third pay…

Fubo and Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) have resumed preliminary discussions about a new carriage agreement that could bring WBD-owned channels like TBS, TNT, and TruTV back to Fubo for the first time since 2020. This follows Fubo's recent deal with…

Sky Group has launched the "Sky Essentials" TV package in the U.K. for £15/month ($19.23), offering 100+ channels, ad-supported Netflix, and Discovery Plus on a two-year contract. A 31-day option is available for £18/month ($23.08), with upgrades like Sky Ultimate…

The DOJ and 16 state attorneys general are backing Fubo TV in its antitrust lawsuit against Venu Sports, arguing for a temporary injunction blocking Venu’s launch. Fubo claims Venu Sports, backed by Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros Discovery, would harm…

Dish Network creditors have rejected a bond exchange offer required for Dish’s planned merger with DirecTV, creating uncertainty about the deal. The creditors objected to a $1.5 billion minimum loss on the bonds, calling for an additional $300 million reduction.…

Disney will launch "Flagship," a standalone streaming service offering ESPN channels and ESPN Plus by next summer, ahead of the 2025 NFL season. The service will include interactive features like real-time betting and personalized content, combining ESPN's full cable schedule…

Disney warned DirecTV subscribers they might lose access to channels like ESPN and FX due to an expiring distribution deal. This reflects a broader industry trend where pay TV providers are challenging the high fees for traditional channels, especially as…

Charter Communications is now offering Spectrum TV subscribers free access to Vix Premium with Ads. This benefit applies to customers with at least one Univision channel in their package. The agreement, part of a new contract with Televisa-Univision, brings over…